Red-Light Cameras

Wednesday

Feb 27, 2013 at 12:01 AM

I don't run red lights, but I can sure see why, here in Florida, some people do choose to commit this dangerous act.

I don't run red lights, but I can sure see why, here in Florida, some people do choose to commit this dangerous act.I have traveled pretty well all over the United States and Canada, but I have never seen traffic lights stay red as long as those in Florida — nowhere near as long. It strikes me that, if the real reason behind the traffic cameras is to reduce red light running, a much easier and more appreciated solution would be to shortened the length of time the lights stay red.Of course, if Lakeland administrators are merely trying to raise money, I guess traffic cameras make sense to them. Otherwise, they defy logic when a much simpler solution exists.RICHARD MORGANAuburndale